Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
stenosiphon
ID:
434300

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) T.J.Edwards

Source:
ksu

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 55: 10 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433632



Common Names

  • Salpinctium stenosiphon
  • Salpinctium stenosiphon
  • Salpinctium stenosiphon


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Description

Salpinctium stenosiphon (also called Narrow-leaved Salpinctium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Salpinctium stenosiphon is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and is known for its ability to absorb toxins from the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salpinctium stenosiphon has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salpinctium stenosiphon is a small, stemless aquatic plant with a creeping rhizome. It is easy to propagate by cuttings, and can be grown in a variety of substrates. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate, and will grow best in a medium to high light intensity. It can be propagated by cuttings, and is best grown in a nutrient-rich substrate.

Where to Find Salpinctium stenosiphon

Salpinctium stenosiphon is native to tropical Africa.

Salpinctium stenosiphon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salpinctium stenosiphon?

Salpinctium stenosiphon

What is the growth rate of Salpinctium stenosiphon?

Salpinctium stenosiphon has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal water temperature for Salpinctium stenosiphon?

The ideal water temperature for Salpinctium stenosiphon is between 72-82°F (22-28°C).

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Trevor J. Edwards (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Edwards' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:946578-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.